Leeds United have announced that a supporter has died following a medical emergency ahead of their home match against Manchester United. The club issued a statement on the club’s official website and social media.
The newspaper said: “Leeds United are shocked to confirm that a supporter has sadly passed away following a medical emergency at the ground prior to kick-off ahead of the Premier League match against Manchester United at Elland Road. “The thoughts of everyone at Leeds United are with the supporter’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time.”
They are not the only supporters to experience tragedy this weekend. Sheffield United supporter Russell Drake died shortly after falling ill during the Blades’ game against Leicester City.
In addition, there was another medical emergency at Craven Cottage during the 2-2 draw between Fulham and Liverpool. This worrying incident caused the match against Marco Silva and Arne Slott’s team to be delayed by approximately 15 minutes.
Sky Sports claimed the medical emergency involved staff at the ground. An ambulance was called and the players were taken back to the changing room at that point.
Fulham released a short statement confirming the temporary postponement of the match. “Kick-off has been delayed by 15 minutes due to a medical emergency at the ground,” the newspaper said.
Liverpool drew 2-2 with West Londoners. Former Merseysider Harry Wilson gave Fulham the lead before Florian Wirtz beat the offside trap to equalize late on.
Cody Gakpo then found the back of the net in the 94th minute, but not long after taking off his shirt in celebration, Fulham veteran Harrison Reid curled a superb shot into the top corner from 30 yards. Furthermore, Leeds and United also had to settle for draws.
Brenden Aaronson put Leeds ahead in the second half, but United’s Matheus Cunha equalized. In a subdued winter derby, neither team could find a winner.
